DCS 2.5.4.30386 to Stable Version
A comprehensive update focusing on aircraft flight models, weapon accuracy, and significant system additions for the F/A-18C and F-14, alongside map expansions in the Persian Gulf.
▲Buffs7
- F/A-18C
- Added JDAM support, expanding the aircraft's precision strike capabilities.→Added
- LTWS:Improved LTWS functionality allowing radar switching during AIM-7 launches in STT mode.
- F-14 Tomcat
- RWR:The RWR now emulates radar beam structure, providing better situational awareness.→Added
- Jester:Jester can now manage RWS and ground stabilization, reducing pilot workload.→Added
- AV-8BHUD:Added Steer-To point symbols to HUD in NAV and VTOL modes for better navigation.→Added
- C-101Added emergency fuel lever and its dependency on the emergency fuel valve.→Added
- GeneralF10 Map:Added high-precision coordinate display to the F10 map, togglable via LAlt + Y.→Added
✚Bug fixes2
- General
- AIM-7:Fixed a bug where AIM-7 missiles were incorrectly using active guidance like the AIM-120.Semi-active→Active
- Resolved crashes related to specific Nvidia drivers when deploying canisters; update to 430.53 recommended.430.39→430.53
◆Other changes8
- F/A-18CHARM:Adjusted HARM flight profiles in SP and TOO modes to remove lofting behavior.loft→no loft
- F-14 TomcatAdjusted wing snap logic to be more consistent across different network latencies.
- AV-8BIntroduced a work-in-progress damage model affecting INS, RWR, Weapons Stations, and more.Disabled→Enabled
- C-101
- Implemented total engine computer failure for increased simulation depth.→Added
- Improved flight model realism by linking stick force and centering to hydraulic pressure.
- Persian Gulf
- Expanded the map with three new airfields for more operational variety.→Added
- Added several historical landmarks to the Persian Gulf map.→Added
- GeneralAGM-88:Decreased overload rate response to prevent 'hard bucketing' during flight.→decreased
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Patch history
- DCS 2.9.27.25183.5Jun 23, 2026 · 3w
Update focusing on missile seeker physics for AIM-7 and R-27, various aircraft bug fixes, and campaign mission refinements.
+7−3→ - →DCS 2.9.26.23303May 5, 2026 · 2mo
DCS 2.9.26.23303 focuses on stability fixes for the core engine and AH-64D, seeker lock adjustments for several missiles, and mission tuning for the AV-8B campaign.
- DCS 2.9.25.21402 UpdateMar 19, 2026 · 4mo
DCS 2.9.25.21402 focuses on AI aircraft stability, significant flight model and system refinements for the La-7 Early Access, and various campaign mission updates.
+12→ - DCS 2.9.24.20232Feb 11, 2026 · 5mo
DCS 2.9.24.20232 focuses on stability fixes for core systems, localization updates for several Heatblur aircraft, and specific mission adjustments across various campaigns.
+2→ - DCS 2.9.22.17913 UpdateDec 2, 2025 · 7mo
DCS 2.9.22.17913 focuses on extensive stability fixes and EFB enhancements for the C-130J, including the removal of the AVX CPU requirement.
+4→ - →DCS 2.9.21.16552 UpdateOct 28, 2025 · 8mo
DCS 2.9.21.16552 focuses on stability hotfixes for specific modules, a multiplayer slot bug fix, and AI behavior improvements for the Iron Tide campaign.
- DCS 2.9.20.15384 UpdateSep 24, 2025 · 9mo
Update 2.9.20.15384 introduces the Iron Tide campaign, significant fixes and additions for the MiG-29A, weapon balancing, and various stability improvements across multiple aircraft.
+8→ - →DCS Update 2.9.18.12899Jul 28, 2025 · 11mo
Stability update focusing on crash fixes for the F-16C, AH-64D, and carrier landings, alongside a scripting API rollback.
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